Prescribed burn planned for native grass areas in the Rotary Arboretum

March 4, 2024

The City of Lawrence Parks and Recreation department will be conducting a prescribed burn on the native grass areas located in the Rotary Arboretum. A prescribed, or authorized, burn is used to control weeds and to maintain the native grasses without using pesticides. Prescribed burns also reduce fuel-loading to help protect against wildfires.

The prescribed burn will take place between March 11 and 29, weather permitting. Notifications will be sent to area residents.

Media Contact: Cori Wallace, Director of Communications & Community Relations
City of Lawrence
785-764-8779
cwallace@lawrenceks.org

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